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VOL. 1 • NO. 10 May 2006 Jennifer McCammon Publisher w/ Broadway, Peach, & Scout Publisher@SpotMagazine.net

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. . . . In the news . . . . 5 - Doggie Dash and awesome festivities a great day out for pets & their people 5 - Dog Tales: An Evening of stories celebrating dogs 5 - Annual Pug Crawl returns 5 - WHS hosts annual Pet Fair in Salem 10 - Shopping for pet gear? PetUtopia serves up a slice of heaven 10 - Art Show benefits OHS 10 - Report card time for annual Tom & Mom campaign

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Bringing out the mom in all of us To the editor:

Jennifer McCammon with Broadway, Scout & Peach

elle is a little southern gal, a beautiful ball of Bijon Frise energy, whose mama is 81-year-old Lois, a dear friend and one of my other mothers. Lois hadn’t had a pet in some years when she got Belle, four or so years ago. Since her husband Daniel had passed, the days had become too long, the house too quiet. Lois’s days have been much brighter (and busier!) since Belle came along. Mugsey is a cocky little black and red mini doxie, whose “mama” Michael has endured serious health issues for several years. In the sometimes lonely, too often painful course of dealing with illness, Michael receives immeasurable comfort and joy from Mugsey. Pets make mamas out of all of us. My own pack, comprised of cats Wolf and Gray-C, and pups Broadway, Peach and Scout, demonstrate clearly that I am their “mama.” And while I insist that they’re pets and not children, they are my babies. Every day with

them brings comfort, humor and activity. My office is in my home, and on most days the scene is wall to wall bodies. “They’re working very hard,” I like to tell visitors. One of our jobs is publishing Portland Family Magazine. It tickles me that when I’m on the Spot phone, callers love it when they hear the animals playing or barking. Portland Family callers, on the other hand, rarely seem pleased with the canine “muzak.” But they sure seem to like it when kids are around, putting in their 2-cent soundtrack! As I muse over people I know whose lives have been made rich thanks to the love of a pet, I realize the list is really long. There’s Huey the friendly, easy-going black lab who’s given Q and Joe much joy. Banner is such an important member of his family, the itinerary for Jeff and Lancea’s trip to Seattle this year had an equal number of pet and people outings. And the vacation photos? Well, they tell the tale. Or, tail, as the case may be. Few shots don’t include one very happy golden lab — alongside one or both of his doting people — giving the big cheese. Who says dogs don’t smile! This Mother’s Day we celebrate the blessing of getting to mother our animals, who truly embody the expression “heart of gold.” Rare is the human being who greets his or her (human) companion with a huge smile and sloppy kisses every day.

Pets simply deliver a kind of love that, if you think about it, provides a model we would all do well to emulate. Loving with an open heart — and showing it with our whole being. When was the last time you let your love for another shine through your eyes unchecked on high-beam? Few of us can do that every day. Too scary. But our pets? Every day. Thank heaven. Here’s to the babies, who make mothers of us all, and who guarantee, just by being, that we all have a gift for which to be thankful on Mother’s Day. If for any reason you’re not currently flexing your “mama muscles,” keep in mind there’s always a baby out there in need of a mom. Adoption events and rescue efforts are a constant topic in Spot, and this month picks up the thread with a new organization, Other Mothers, created especially to care for puppies and kittens. Check it out — it’ll make your heart smile. And if you’re looking to kick your “mothering” up a notch, this is a perfect way to do it. A final, quick note: At presstime, we just wrapped the NW Pet and Campanion Fair. It was great meeting some of you at the show, and I look forward to meeting many more. Our kudos to Pat Dinan and his crew for a great event this year! Yours in pet parenthood,

Thank you for publishing Spot Magazine! I appreciate and enjoy it! In the April 2006 article, “Adopting an older pet,” the shelter statistics are incorrect. The annual Oregon Animal Shelter Statistics compiled by the Oregon Humane Society for fy 2003 reflect that reporting shelters took in 84,730 animals; 33,785 (40%) were killed — 9.5 animals killed per 1000 people population. About 2.5 times more cats than dogs were killed. For fy 2004, reporting shelters took in 82,107 animals and 32,953 (40%) were killed — 9.2 animals killed per 1000 people population. About 3.2 times more cats were killed than dogs. [Note: I calculated animals killed per 1000 people population using the 2003 and 2004 Oregon human population estimates prepared by the PSU Population Research Center.] The shelter statistics are a rough but useful tool. Not all Oregon shelters report, but it should be a state requirement. Also, a number of Oregon counties have no animal control or shelter and many animal control agencies inexplicably do not protect cats. Every community should have a comprehensive cat program to save cat lives that addresses concurrently both ‘owned’ and homeless cat issues. It should also be mandatory that shelters and communities reallocate funds and efforts to prevention, using proven alternatives that save animal lives including high-impact programs for spay/neuter and pet retention. So, while fewer animals were impounded and killed than stated in the article, the fact remains that there are far too many pets killed in Oregon. These sickening numbers were thousands of individual and wonderful companion animals. Barb Haftorson End Homeless Animals-Oregon AnimalResources@aol.com

Companion and working animals are important, beloved members of the family. Spot Magazine is the one-stop resource for information, ideas, and events of interest to these animals and their people. Spot Magazine welcomes opinions and letters to the editor. To be considered for publication, letters should be signed and include the writer’s full name, address, and daytime telephone (for internal use only). Spot reserves the right to edit letters for length and clarity. Mail to: Spot Magazine PO Box 16667 Portland OR 97292; Fax to: 1-503-3971463; e-mail to: editor@spotmagazine.net. Opinions and ideas expressed by writers and/or advertisers herein are not necessarily endorsed by, or necessarily reflect, the opinions of Spot Magazine or Living Out Loud, Inc.

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For a guaranteed good time, hoof it to the Doggie Dash Dogs of all sizes and shapes will dash down Naito Parkway with owners in tow at the 19th annual Doggie Dash Saturday May 13 at Waterfront Park. The 2-mile fun run/walk for dogs and their owners starts at 9:15am, and benefits homeless dogs and pups at the Oregon Humane Society (OHS). Over 1,300 dogs and 3,000 humans participated in last year’s Dash. Making the day a great, multi-faceted outing, the run/walk will be followed by a host of canine related events, including a dog and owner look-a-like contest, awards for the smallest/largest dog participants, and silly pet tricks. Current and future dog owners can shop at the “The Barking Lot,” place auction bids for dog houses at “The Street of Doggie Dreams,” and even take home a new adopted member of the family from OHS. To register for the Dash online, visit www.doggiedashportland.com; forms are also available at local Fred Meyer stores and at OHS. On-site registration opens at 7:30am event day. Every dog owner or canine fancier participating in the Dash

Dog Tales: An Evening of stories celebrating dogs Local storytellers will enchant and entertain with sad, silly and moving stories about our favorite four-legged companions during an afternoon of canine storytelling Sunday Apr 30, 4-6pm, at the Lucky Lab Brew Pub in Multnomah Village at 7675 SW Capitol Hwy. Performed by talented members of the Portland Storytellers Guild, admission is a suggested $8 donation (children under 7 free). Proceeds benefit the Oregon Humane Society.

returns to the pub at 2730 NW 31st Ave in Portland. The zany event features a pug costume contest, a kissing booth, retail booths selling doggie goodies, complimentary health screenings by Banfield, The Pet Hospital, door prizes, and lip-smacking treats and drinks. Admission is a $10 donation/person; kids 11 & under with adult and all canines admitted free. All admission donations and t-shirt revenues will go directly to OHS. For more details, visit www.pugcrawl.org.

Pet Fair celebrates animals & families The annual Willamette Humane Society (WHS) Pet Fair is happening Saturday May 6, noon-5pm, at the shelter in Salem. Pet people of all ages will find plenty to keep them entertained, thanks to special happenings including: • Pet-Related Vendors: Human & pet massage, pet-related products & services and rescue organizations. • Microchip Clinic: Local vets will volunteer their time to implant microchips at affordable rates. • Classes: Throughout the day, classes will cover disaster preparedness, crate & clicker training, food puzzles, feline enrichment and more. continued pg 10

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edicated to rescuing “the babies,” OM founder tells a tender story and invites the like-hearted to join the effort To echo one of Bill Cosby’s classic routines, I too started out as a child. I started out as the child who was always bringing home fallen baby birds, wayward tortoises, and frogs in distress. Not to mention all those stray kittens and puppies who zeroed in on me like heat-seeking missiles. Yes, I was that child. The quiet one. The sensitive one. The one who played alone. I was the child who, so I have heard, was destined to grow up into the eccentric old woman living in a broken-down trailer with 150 cats. Well, I’m happy to report that has not happened. I haven’t lost my interest in animals nor my introspective nature, but I have managed to channel both into more productive avenues. It took a lot of effort (and therapy!) to mature into a reasonably normal person who holds a responsible job, functions well in the company of others, is the mother of a bright and fabulous young woman. Can you see where all this is leading? Yes, it was a classic case of empty nest syndrome that caused me to look to my special love of animals to fill my life when my daughter grew up and moved away to start a life of her own. I leased a horse and took lessons in dressage. I held part-time jobs in boarding kennels and veterinary clinics. I spent many, many hours volunteering at animal shelters and wildlife sanctuaries. And, of course, I had pets of my own. Still, that wasn’t enough. So after living most of my adult life in apartments, I decided in my fiftieth year to purchase my first home. Looking forward to more animal-friendly square footage, the idea hit me: I needed to start an animal shelter! That was the “ah-ha!” moment that started me on what I now consider to be my life’s work. I began to read books and Internet postings by people who had been involved in shelter start-ups. I started talking to shelter managers, animal breeders, veterinarians, feed suppliers, pet store owners, and marketing people. And then there were the lawyers. Oh, lord, there were the lawyers. Once the commitment was made, I did my homework and had a bedroom in my home converted into an animal nursery and started buying up dog beds and kennels, baby scales and blankets, toys and treats, and all the supplies necessary to outfit my special space. The idea was going to be a special niche care facility for moms and babies that needed the most help. Hence, Other Mothers Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation was born. I was determined to take over the care of litters of puppies and kittens too young, too vulnerable, or just too much in need of special handling to thrive in a conventional shelter setting. This would free up valuable space at other local shelters for more animals with immediate potential for adoption, while I provided the in-home TLC needed by the babies and their mothers recovering from giving birth. Then, when they were ready, healthy and well-socialized, I would place them for adoption directly out of my home. I decided that an important step in legitimizing my brainchild would be to seek to legally incorporate the venture and obtain

tax-exempt status. This would allow me to manage my new enterprise in an organized, productive way. My status as a legal business gave me the framework to put together an effective board of directors, a staff of dedicated volunteers, and a network of helpful resources in the community. Incorporation and tax-exempt status also provided me the ability to pursue funding sources that would have been unavailable to me as an individual. Knowing I could either hire an attorney or try to negotiate the mind-boggling application process by myself, I chose the middle ground. That is, I got help from an online legal documentation service. I saved a ton of money, and everything was prepared, filed and approved without a hitch. One pearl of wisdom I picked up early on was to fight the urge to do everything myself. That’s a tough lesson for a do-it-yourselfer like me to learn, but a necessary one. After all, there are lots of talented people out there whose desire to help animals is just as strong and impassioned as my own. And synergy is a wonderful thing. Many people working together can do so much more than each one working separately. A common occurrence in new shelter start-ups is that you rely too heavily on your passion for the cause and wind up suffering from burnout when the demands become too overwhelming. I started out committed to the idea of staying small, not taking on more than I could handle. But in that context I was thinking solely in terms of the number of animals I could realistically house and care for. What I had to learn the hard way was that, whether one puppy or two dozen, all the upfront activities were the same. In one recent week, for example, there were brochures and business cards to design and have printed, a Web site development project to oversee, necessary home remodeling work, etc — all in addition to the ongoing animal care chores. Did I mention that all of these things cost money? I was fortunate enough to be able to contribute several thousand dollars of my own last year, and have relied heavily on the generosity of friends. Until the organization has a full year of financial records under its belt I won’t be able to apply for corporate or foundation grants. Even then, I know the competition for cash awards is tough. I’m thinking the answer will lie primarily in grassroots fundraising efforts. I’ve contacted several pet-related and pet-friendly business owners and have found that many are willing to help out. Again, it comes down to seeking out those individuals with a passion for helping animals. I know you’re out there and I know you’re willing to answer the call. If you too are one with that fire burning inside, if the sight of a newborn puppy’s crinkly little face or the sound of a kitten’s first feeble meow melts your heart, Other Mothers is a great way for you to lend a hand in helping babies grow up safe, healthy and loved. To learn more about Other Mothers, or to make a donation, contact me (Linda), at: Other Mothers, PO Box 8021, Portland OR 97207-8021, or Linda@othermothers.org. The organization is a registered 501©3 nonprofit, so all gifts are tax deductible.

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Safety in the yard and garden. According to the Banfield database, which contains more than 20 million pet records from over 500 hospitals nationwide, toxic pest control products, poisonous mushrooms and snake bites are the top three hazards in the yard, which result in emergency hospital visits for family pets every year:

By Dr Josh Horner pet prepared for spring? Sure, Iandswe’reyour all ready for fresh air, sunshine, flowers, but are your pets prepped for the common pests that come with warmer weather? Banfield veterinarians offer these tips to prep your pet for spring: Use Flea Preventives. Fleas bite, especially in warm weather, but use of a topical flea control product can help. Do be aware that permethrin, the insecticide found in some effective flea control products for dogs, can be extremely harmful or even fatal to cats. When applying any product with permethrin to dogs, separate cats from the dog for 24 hours. Watch out for ticks. Ticks, which can carry Lyme disease, hide easily on furry pets, who may pick them up by walking through tall grass, pastures or wooded areas. Protect your pet with an insecticide that is effective against ticks and inspect your pet’s coat and skin carefully after spending time outdoors. Contact your vet for instructions and help on removing ticks.

Avoid Heartworm. Pets can become infected with heartworm disease from just one mosquito bite. The parasite can be fatal in both dogs and cats, so contact your veterinarian about heartworm prevention medication. Treat bug bites and bee stings. Insect bites and bee stings are potentially dangerous, especially if your pet is stung near the mouth or in the throat. This can cause serious swelling that can restrict breathing. Apply a cold compress to help stop swelling and relieve pain and contact your veterinarian immediately. Additionally, insect bites can result in skin infections that can progress into “hot spots.” These generally require veterinary care – the sooner the better!

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Pesticides and Fertilizers. Using and storing toxic pest control and gardening products in and around the home increases a pet’s risk of exposure. Pets typically come into contact with these substances through ingestion, when a pest control product container is left within reach. Slug bait and rodent poisons are especially dangerous, because the sweet taste entices pets to take a taste, and even very small quantities can be deadly. Signs that your pet has ingested these poisons are tremors, seizures, lethargy, coma and a rapid fever spike. While fertilizers are not actually toxic, they can cause irritation of the eyes, mouth and gastrointestinal tract, and some products can have herbicides and/or pesticides as additional ingredients. If you suspect your pet has come into contact with toxic chemicals, call your vet immediately and bring the product container to the office to help facilitate and expedite appropriate treatment. FOR A SAFE SPRING & SUMMER, START WITH PREVENTION • Ask your local nursery for eco-friendly gardening products.

• Follow application instructions carefully. Allow at least 24 hours to pass before pets are allowed in treated areas. • Close containers securely and store them out of reach. POISONOUS MUSHROOMS There are a variety of poisonous plants and flowers that are dangerous to curious pets, but mushrooms are the most commonly ingested organic material in the yard. Symptoms of mushroom poisoning in your pet include diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain. More serious signs of fungal poisoning are coma and seizure. If you think your pet has eaten mushrooms, call the vet for immediate first aid instructions. If possible, take a sample of what the pet consumed to the doctor’s office. Prevention Tips: • Of the 70,000 species of mushrooms, only 250 are considered edible, so don’t take a chance — remove any and all mushrooms from the yard. • Mushrooms are a fungus and can grow quickly — even overnight — so check the yard frequently. POISONOUS SNAKE BITES Curious Pets and snakes don’t mix. In some parts of the country, a meeting of the two can be harmful or even deadly to the animal. While it’s difficult to see fang marks hidden in fur, other signs your pet has been bitten include skin swelling, bruising, pain, shock, stopped breathing or neurological twitching and drooling. As with any potentially life-threatening emergency, in the event of a snake bite, call your vet immediately for continued pg 12

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Outdoor destinations for pets and their people Joan Callander • Spot Magazine

ood news, dog owners, the number of places you and the baby, princess or G king can go out and play just keeps growing as Portland and surrounding communities open their doors and hearts wide at restaurants and parks, cementing our reputation for being pet-friendly. Summertime is especially ripe with opportunities to exercise, socialize or relax alfresco style, as a twosome or with others seeking canine and owner interaction.

“There are tons of dogs living in Northwest Portland, and you see them out walking with their owners during the day and evening,” says Tiffini Mueller, marketing and public relations director at DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital.

The Paragon Bar and Restaurant at 605 NW 13th in the Pearl District is super dog friendly, according to Suzanne Hein, owner of LexiDog Boutique and Social Club, also in the Pearl. Located in a converted warehouse, the eatery, with its factory windows and concrete floors, has a great patio with heaters where the trendy gather to eat and mingle. Go, sit and eat at the Lucky Labrador Brew Pub at 915 SE Hawthorne, where dogs are welcome on the patio and are even served their favorite bev2 erage (H 0). Employees suggest you do the doggie bag in reverse and take a few K9 snacks along for the outing. There are four Lucky Lab locations throughout the city, and each provide similar welcome mats.

Jake’s Famous Crawfish at 401 SW 12th allows leashed dogs at its outdoor tables, as do select Baja Fresh restaurants where allowed by health regulations. Divine Café “absolutely” allows dogs, and invites pets and their people to stop in to relax and enjoy a bite or beverage. Divine is a little cart café that includes seating, operating weekdays on SW 9th between Alder and Washington in downtown Portland.

Dog parks High on the list of enjoyable outings are visits to parks where dogs can run, play frisbee and hang out with others of their species. See box (pg 12) for an extensive list of metro-area parks with ‘off leash’ areas. Some play areas are fenced; many are not. Owners are encouraged to start with a fenced facility until their dogs become accustomed to the ‘dogs at play’ concept and aren’t too apt to dash out into traffic or interrupt other park users. Portland boasts five dog parks that are fenced and 26 that are not. For details on specific locales, including operating times, visit www.portlandonline.com. While numerous suburban communities and state parks welcome furry friends, national parks generally don’t allow dogs on hiking, walking or backpacking trails or beaches — even on-leash. A few don’t let

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dogs in the park at all — even as passengers in your vehicle. Regardless of where you go to play, be aware that laws in many communities require owners to scoop (and take) the poop, and non-compliance can result in hefty fines. A few parks offer bags, but to be safe, carry a supply with you. It’s also best to pack a water bowl and water, as not every park has drinking water available, and only a select few have wash-off areas.

One of Portland’s biggest canine events of the year, with some 2,000 animals participating, is the 19th annual Doggie Dash & Family Fair, happening this year Saturday May 13 at Waterfront Park. Get ready for the two-mile Fun Run and Walk, followed by the Silly Pet Tricks competition and a Dog/Owner Look-Alike Contest. All proceeds benefit the Oregon Humane Society.

Play dates If you’re new in town, new to an area, or just a dog owner wanting to help your four-legged buddy connect with others of his/her own kind, go online and type in “dog play groups” to check out what’s happening near you. Every Saturday, Lexidog’s store at 6767 SW Macadam welcomes all dogs, all sizes, to come and romp from 2-4pm. On Sundays, Lexidog in the Pearl at 416 NW 10th has three play sessions: little ones 12 lbs and under play 10am-noon, small/medium pooches 30 lbs and under play noon1:30pm, and everyone gets in on the fun 1:30-2:30. Pet owners must sign a form stating their dog is healthy and vaccinated, and are asked to leave aggressive dogs at home. “Shy dogs sometimes plant themselves on their owner’s feet and take a few weeks

to become socialized, but more outgoing dogs take right off and mingle,” says Hein with a laugh. “Some of the people have been coming to our play groups for two years, and they’re like a community. The dogs themselves often find a best friend.” First Thursdays find dog lovers at Lexidog in Eugene for their popular Mutt and Mingle gatherings. Only the owners are served wine and cheese, but the dogs receive treats of their own and, like kids, will beg you to buy them a toy or chewy. . . or maybe some new duds.

On the roster May 21 is the annual Pug Crawl, about which event sponsors say, “Start with a traditional pub-crawl, throw in dogs by the dozen, and you’ve got yourself a

pug crawl!” Gathering at Portland Brewing Company from 1-4pm, the event costs $10, with proceeds again benefiting OHS. Log onto www.pugcrawl.org for a complete list of the day’s activities, including a pug costume contest (the top 12 winners will model their finery at Pugs in the Park June 12), a pug kissing booth, complimentary health screenings by Banfield, The Pet Hospital, and lots of yummy goodies for sale. Eugene canines in the know already have July 22 at 1pm noted on their social To Do list, because that’s when Lexidog hosts an ice cream social — which includes traditional sundaes for people, and sundaes with liver sprinkles for four-legged guests. North Clackamas Aquatic Swim Center has a one-day treat for dogs in September. The day after Labor Day (Sept 5 this year), before the pool is drained and cleaned for the upcoming year, dogs are invited in to play. It’s the 8th annual Dog Daze, with admission ranging $7/noon-2pm, $6/35pm and $5/6-8pm. The cost declines as the water quality decreases throughout the course of the day. Nevertheless, says continued pg 12

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Shopping at its best For those who love to shop, it doesn’t get any better than a chance to indulge in this favorite pastime while contributing to a good cause. All through May, shoppers at Lloyd Center or the nearby Safeway can earn points for DoveLewis by turning in receipts at customer service. Shopping on Mondays or Tuesdays, and purchasing Lloyd Center gift certificates, earn extra points.

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A new Web site’s been launched that offers not only great shopping for pet products and accessories, but also provides helpful tips and answers to burning questions about feeding, training & enjoying life with pets. PetUtopia.com offers this and more, with the added attraction of emphasizing giving back to the community, including information about supporting local adoption agencies and rescue organizations. This month, shoppers will automatically receive a 20 percent discount on purchases, and upon checkout will be entered to win a breed specific or mixed breed jewelry item.

Concordia Coffee House, a popular destination at 29th and Alberta in NE Portland, is showcasing the photography of Dan Shirey through the last Thursday in May, and a portion of all sales are giving Oregon Humane Society a boost. The photographs, from the “Urban Abstract” collection, are a unique perspective of the colors, shapes and textures in the Portland metro area, with each photo named after the nearest intersection where it was shot. All photography on display is available for sale. “I hope people like my work, but my real motivation for wanting people to purchase the photographs is for the donations they

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Draft horse event turns 40 The 40th annual Draft Horse Plowing Exhibition, a festival of living history exhibitions and demonstrations, will be held Saturday May 20, 10am-3pm, at PCC’s Rock Creek Campus just east of NW 185th Ave on NW Springville Rd. In addition to seeing teams of twoton draft horses tilling fields, visitors will enjoy demos of old-time trades and crafts. Horse-drawn wagon rides through the venue will be ongoing. Everyone — including the horses — will be treated to birthday cake. Presented by the Washington County Historical Society & Museum (WCHS), visitors will be able tour the Washington County Museum for free and view the newest exhibits on the history of local logging and timber. The event will also feature nonstop music, including performances by beloved local bluegrass band, Lisa and her Kin. Artisans and tradesmen will demonstrate almost-lost-but-not-forgotten trades, and crafts such as tatting (lace making), quilt making, butter churning and ice cream making. Blacksmithers from Ft Vancouver will be on hand, and old steam engines and mule and horse breeds will be on display. A petting zoo and mini horse rides will also be available. “This is a wonderful living history day perfect for children and families,” says Mark Granlund, executive director of the WCHS. “Kids love this event because there are lots of animals and hands-on activities.” Admission is $5/car.

Report card time for Tom & Mom The results are in: Thanks to a major team effort, more cats than ever before were helped during the 5th annual Tom & Mom Cat Special $10 spay/neuter event in honor of Spay Day USA. Break-

ing all past records, over 1,100 qualified cats were fixed. This year’s campaign involved 42 veterinary clinics in five counties completing a total of 652 male cat neuters and 328 female cat spays. An additional 185+ female cats were spayed through the participating nonprofits’ existing spay/neuter programs. This note, received by a participating agency, underscores the beneficiaries (pets and people) of the program. “I’m so sorry I didn’t take care of this sooner. My Tiger cat was well taken care of and neutered without any problems or bad results. I owe you, the FCCO and my mother-in-law from Texas (who paid the $10) a big thank-you! Not only did your low-cost neuter offer cut down on the possible increase of the kitty population, but it also calmed my Tiger down quite a bit as well, saving another small piece of my sanity. We are currently homeless and have been staying in a very limited small space. Tiger isn’t used to confinement, so we were having 2-hour yowling sessions every night before sleep. That is no longer the case. THANK YOU! Just wanted to say great job to everyone and thanks again!” — G.C. A list of the 42 participating veterinary clinics who generously gave of their time and expertise can be found at www.spayoregon.org

New pet parent guide can ease the transition Spring means offspring, and a time when many families welcome a new baby — er, puppy. Bringing home a new dog is very exciting, but if a family is taken by surprise by the amount of effort good pet parenting requires, frustration with the pup’s behavior can lead to dissatisfaction. The Humane Society reports that the #1 reason dogs are returned or relinquished to the shelter is because the owners were not prepared to handle the animal’s behavior or the daily demands of pet ownership. “Many pet owners don’t realize the changes they have to make in their own schedules and lives to accommodate the challenges a new puppy can present,” says pet behavior expert David Bledsoe, DVM, of Farnam Pet Products. “However, by taking the necessary steps to properly welcome the new member into their family, pet owners

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In-town getaways There are some errands you can run without leaving puppy home — or locked in the car. Among area businesses that welcome dogs on leashes is G I Joes. Spokeswoman Shannon, with G I Joes corporate says, “We’re dog friendly and invite them in.” “Likewise,” says REI corporate spokesperson, Mike Foley, who says that goes for all REI stores in Oregon. David Knowles, manager of the Parr Lumber store on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Portland, says, “We even keep treats behind the counter for them. . . lots of our framing contractors bring their dogs with them, but since we have lots of traffic in the yard we encourage everyone to be careful.” Petco loves doggie visitors, and select stores offer on-site pampering and health services such as low-cost vaccinations, pet photography and dog training. Check out www.petco.com for dates, times and special events. Whether you have visiting relatives to entertain or are looking for a quiet retreat to relax the paws and soul, The Grotto off of

NE 82nd and Sandy Blvds in Portland is a ‘visit often’ 62-acre greenspace, religious shrine and botanical garden. Dogs on leashes can frequent the pathways winding through this cool and peaceful in-city oasis. Portland Walking Tours (PWT) allows dogs on leashes for most of its tours, excepting the Epicurean — or food-related — events. Dogs are never allowed inside buildings, and in the event a member of a touring group is allergic to dogs, or uncomfortable with them, the owner will be asked to keep the pup a safe/comfortable distance away. David Schargel, resident expert and tour leader for PWT, likes having dogs along for tours, and in facts has two mixed-breed pooches of his own. His favorite summer getaway for he and his pets is Kelly Point Park, where the Willamette and Columbia Rivers meet.

pup can roam the campsite without disturbing others or running after park animals. Also worth adding to the list for camping or park outings, says one local pet owner, is a temporary dog tag (made at the vet or pet store) to be worn along with regular tags. Have the tag engraved with your pet’s name, your name, the park or campground name (and site number if known), as well as the dates of your stay and your cell phone number if you’re carrying one. That way, if your pet wanders off, the two of you can be easily and quickly reunited. Always take a supply of food, water and a water dish, as well as toys or chewies to keep pups occupied and quiet. If you’re hiking, make sure your animal doesn’t get overheated, and feed them upon return, not before. Dogs and people belong together, and the possibilities for recreation are nearly endless as the rain lightens up and sunshine returns to Oregon.

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PORTLAND (www.portlandonline.com) Off-leash fenced sites, open most park hours Brentwood Park • 60th & Duke Chimney Park • 93rd N Columbia Blvd East Delta • N Denver & MLK, Jr Blvd Gabriel Park • SW 45th & Vermont Normandale Park • NE 57th & Halsey Off-leash, unfenced sites (hours vary) Alberta • NE 22nd & Killingsworth Arbor Lodge • N Bryant & Delaware Argay • NE 141st & Failing Cathedral • N Edison & Pittsburg Cherry Park • SE 110th & Stephens Couch • NW 19th & Glisan Council Crest • SW Council Crest Drive Creston • SE 44th & Powell Fernhill • NE 37th & Ainsworth Frazer • NE 52nd & Hassalo Grant • NE 33rd & U S Grant Place Hillsdale • SW 27th & Hillsdale Highway Irving • NE 7th & Fremont Laurelhurst • SE 39th & Stark Lents • SE 92nd & Holgate Lynchwood • SE 170th & Haig Mt Tabor • SE Lincoln, east of SE 64th Overlook • N Freemont & Interstate Sacajawea • NE 75th & Alberta Sellwood Riverfront • SE Spokane & Oaks Pkwy Sewallcrest • SE 31st & Market Wallace • NW 25th & Raleigh Willamette • SW Macadam & Nebraska Wilshire • NE 33rd & Skidmore Woodstock • SE 47th & Steele

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Roving with Rover Don’t want to leave home for a vacation without your barking buddy? Lots of motels and hotels look forward to having wellbehaved dogs. Motel Six, Holiday Inn and Comfort Inn are just a few national chains offering pet-friendly accommodations (always call ahead and ask; policies can vary by location). Some places, like Best Value Inn in Eugene, provide complimentary water bowls, blankets and treats at check-in. Camping is a northwest favorite, and webfoots love taking their ruff and willing dog partners along. Good rules of thumb include taking along an extra leash in case one breaks, plus a tethering ring with ample chain so the

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Aloha — Hazeldale Park • 196th off Farmington (fenced) Lake Oswego — Luscher Farm on Stafford Rd (fenced) Milwaukie — North Clackamas on Kellog Creek Dr (fenced) Tigard (www.ci.tigard.or.us) Ash Street Dog Park • SW Ash Ave Potso Dog Park • Wall Street off Hunziker Summerlake • Winterlake Dr, south of Scholls Ferry Rd, east of 135th West Linn — Mary S Young State Park on Hwy 43 Wilsonville — Memorial Park, several minutes off I-5 (fenced)

STATE PARKS (www.oregon.gov/OPRD/Parks/index.shtml) Champoeg State Park off 99 W, 7 miles east of Newburg Milo McIver State ParkSpringwater Rd, 4 miles west of Estacada Mollala River State ParkCanby Ferry Rd, 2 miles north of Canby Rooster Rock State Park I-84, 22 miles east of Portland

I-5 CORRIDOR CITIES Corvallis (www.ci.corvallis.or.us) Bald Hill • Oak Creek Dr Chip Ross • Lester Ave Crystal Lake Sports Field • Crystal Lake Dr Martin Luther King Jr • Walnut Blvd Willamette Park • SE Goodnight Ave, off Hwy 99 W Woodland Meadow • Circle & Witham Hill Dr Eugene (www.lanecounty.org) Alton Baker • Off MLK Blvd on Leo Harris Pkwy Amazon • Amazon Parkway & 29th Ave Candlelight • Off Royal Ave & Candlelight Morse Ranch • 595 Crest Rd. Note: Wooded Area is not off-leash Salem (www.cityofsalem.net) Minto-Brown Island • 2200 Minto Island Rd Orchard Heights • 1165 Orchard Heights Rd NW

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CAT Adoption Team ....................... 13 Multnomah County Animal Services 8 Oregon Ferret Shelter .................... 13 Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals (OFOSA) .......................................... 4

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Apr 30 4pm — Dog Tales: An Evening of Stories Celebrating Dogs at Lucky Lab Brew Pub in Multnomah Village, 7675 SW Capitol Hwy. Local storytellers entertain with sad, silly & moving stories about four-legged companions. Admission is a suggested $8 donation (children under 7 free).

aLL MONTH LONG • Adoptable Cats from CAT (Cat Adoption Team) at various locations. The shelter is open 7 days, 10am-6pm, with cats on-site daily at PetsMart stores in Wilsonville, Clackamas, Hillsboro & Tigard, as well as Pet Loft. Details 503-925-8903. • Adoptable Cats and Kittens from Multnomah County Animal Services 9am-9pm daily at Gresham PetsMart. Adoption counseling Tues-Sun, noon4pm. Info www.multcopets.org. • Adoption Outreach with Second Chance Companions at Cascade Park Petco, Vancouver. Outreaches held at various locations throughout the month. Info www.sccpets.com; 360687-4569. • Got Bad Behavior? Call the Oregon Humane Society’s free Pet Behavior Helpline at 503-416-2983. • Help OHS take homeless pets into the community to meet prospective new families. Call 503-285-7722 ext 204 to ﬁnd out how you can get involved. Training sessions held monthly. • LexiDog is now offering expert grooming spa services in a calming, unhurried atmosphere your dog will love at Bridgeport Village. • Meet Shelter Pets from Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals noon-4 every Saturday & Sunday at Petco in Beaverton & Hillsboro. Info www.ofosa.org or 649-9488. • Multnomah County Animal Shelter teams up with Red Lizard Running 14

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Club the second Saturday of every month at the Lake Oswego Petco on State Street. The dogs & runners meet at 9am & take an hour-long run. Then at 10, volunteers from the shelter reunite with the runners and (the now mellow) dogs — available for adoption — who meet & greet prospective families & visitors from 10-noon. • Open Playgroup every Saturday at LexiDog’s Macadam location: 6767 SW Macadam ‘til 4pm. All breeds, sizes welcome to come, play & stay warm & dry while getting out for a little exercise. Info 503-245-4363. • Pearl Retriever – Shop for a Cause now to May 31st. Shop at Lloyd Center or the nearby Safeway and turn your receipts into the mall customer service desk to earn “points” for DoveLewis. Shop Mondays or Tuesdays & buy Lloyd Center gift certiﬁcates to earn extra points. Now through May 31, DoveLewis will rack up points & the organization with the most wins $3,000. • Puppy Playtime social event for puppies Sundays at 10am at Barka Lounge in Portland. Puppies 10-20 weeks play 10-11am; over 20 weeks play 11-noon. RSVP required; call 503-236-3868 or visit barka-lounge.com. To learn more about Puppy Playtime visit puppyplaytime.com. • Receive 20 percent off on purchases from PetUtopia.com and, at checkout, be entered to win a personal piece of pet jewelry. Details at PetUtopia.com.

3 wednesday 6:10am — KGW Featured Pet. See an adoptable pet during the weather report on Channel 8’s morning news. 4pm — Willamette Humane Society presents adoptable pets ‘til 8 as part of First Wednesday festivities at Florabundance in the Reed Opera House in downtown Salem. Adoptions available onsite.

5 friday 6:30pm — Obedience Show & Go Fridays at Pup-a-Razzi in Beaverton. Info www.pup-a-razzi.com or 503-2598978. 7pm — Drop-in Agility Classes every Friday at Absolutely Magic Dog Training in Gresham. Info/directions 503-2561779. 7pm — Indoor Dog Park at Barka Lounge, 1515 SE Ankeny in Portland, Fridays 7-9pm. Details 503-236-3868 or barka-lounge.com.

6 saturday 10am — Pet Loss Support Group at Willamette Humane Society, 4246 Turner Rd SE, in Salem. Those who have lost a pet share memories, discover useful methods of dealing with grief & receive support. Experienced WHS staff guide the group; meet at the shelter. 11am — Animal Aid’s “Show & Tell” adoptable cats ‘til 4 at AA’s new location: 5335 SW 42nd Ave in Portland. Details 503-292-6628 or animalaidpdx.org. 11am — Adoptable Cats from CAT Adoption Team at various locations. Saturdays 11am–3pm at Tanasbourne & Tualatin Petcos. Saturdays & Sundays noon–4pm at Pet Loft in Portland, and PetsMarts in Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard & Wilsonville. Details www.catadoptionteam.org or 503-9258903. 11am — OHS Canine 101 (aka “Problem Pooch) class at the Columbia Blvd facility. Ideal for anyone considering or beginning pet parenthood, or who just wants to understand why Fido does what he does. Facilitated discussions with Q & As for people (pets stay home). Admission is a suggested $10 To submit items for consideration in the Furry FunPlanner, e-mail Publisher@Spotmagazine.net or FAX 503-261-8945

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donation; no need to RSVP. Info 503285-7722 or oregonhumane.org. Noon — Annual Pet Fair at Willamette Humane Society in Salem. Highlights include a plethora of exhibitors, microchipping at special rates, ongoing classes on disaster preparedness, crate & clicker training, food puzzles, feline enrichment & more. Up-to-the minute details at willamettehumane.org. Noon — Meet Dogs, Cats & sometimes rabbits ready for loving homes at Tigard PetsMart & Furever Pets in NE Portland; hosted by Oregon Humane Society. Stop by ‘til 4 & meet the wonderful animals & chat with knowledgeable volunteers. Details 503-285-7722 or oregonhumane.org. Noon — Meet Shelter Pets from Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals every Saturday & Sunday till 4 at Petco in Beaverton & Hillsboro. Info www.ofosa.org or 649-9488. Noon — Show & Tell Saturdays with Animal Aid at its new location, 5335 SW 42nd Ave in Portland. Offered same time every Saturday this month. Show & Tells are a chance to meet cats seeking loving homes noon-4 (weekday hours are 11-4). Details 503292-6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org. 2pm — Open Indoor Playgroup every Saturday at LexiDog’s Macadam location ‘til 4. $2 donation; all social, vaccinated dogs welcome. Info www.lexidog.com or 245-4363.

7 sunday 10am — Funday on Sunday small dog playgroup till 2 at Urban Fauna in

Portland. $2 donation supports Indigo Rescue. Details urbanfauna.com or 223-4602. 10am — Small Dog Playgroups at LexiDog in the Pearl. Dogs 12 lbs & under 10-noon, 30 lbs & under noon–1:30, any size 1:30-3pm. Info www.lexidog.com or 243-6200. Noon — Meet dogs, cats & sometimes rabbits ready for loving homes at Wild Oats at 28th & Burnside in NE Portland. Complete details May 6 at noon.

pet cat, how to introduce cats to others (humans & pets), how to teach tricks & more. Free at the shelter. No RSVP required.

17 wednesday 6:10am — KGW Featured Pet. See an adoptable pet during the weather report on Channel 8’s morning news.

Noon — Meet dogs, cats & sometimes rabbits ready for loving homes at Jantzen Beach Home Depot & Dog Star at 1313 NW Kearney in Portland. Complete details May 6 at noon.

1pm — Puppy Romp at Schroeder’s Den with Dr Kirsten Nielsen CPDT, Sundays at Schroeder’s Den Daycare for Dogs in Hillsboro. Open to vaccinated puppies 10 weeks-6 mos. Info www.schroedersden.com or 614-9899. RSVP required. 6pm — Featured Pet on Rose City News MCTV.

6:10am — KGW Featured Pet. See an adoptable pet during the weather report on Channel 8’s morning news.

12 friday 10:30am — Thrift Store Mother’s Day Sale ‘til 6pm at the Willamette Humane Society retail store at 548 High Street NE in Salem. Info 503-362-6892. Continues tomorrow.

13 saturday 7:30am — 19th annual Doggie Dash at Waterfront Park. Registration at 7:30, the run starts 9:15, the walk at 9:30. All breeds of dogs will dash their way down Naito Parkway with owners in tow. The fun run/walk beneﬁts homeless dogs & pups at Oregon Humane Society. Over 1300 dogs and 3000 humans participated last year. Boost the cause & collect pledges! Info/To register, visit doggiedashportland.com. 10:30am — Cat Parenting Class at Willamette Humane Society, 4246 Turner Rd SE, in Salem. Tips on understanding your feline friends. Bonnie, a WHS adoption coordinator, discusses what to expect from a new

10am — Pet Loss Support Group at Willamette Humane Society, 4246 Turner Road SE, in Salem. Those who have lost a pet share memories, discover useful methods of dealing with grief & receive support. Experienced WHS staff guide the group; meet at the shelter. 11am — Saturday Dachshund Adoption Day at Bowser Boutique, 1631 SE Bybee Blvd in Portland ‘til 6pm. Details 503-234-4100.

1pm — Great Dane Romp at Normandale Park. Meet other danes & their people every 1st Sunday, and at North Clackamas Park every 3rd Sunday. See how it all began a couple years ago when Andrea & Mike went looking to connect with other dane owners — on the Web, search “great dane romps Portland OR.”

10 wednesday

10am — Meet adoptable pets from Animal Aid ‘til 2 at Western Pet Supply, 6908 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy in Portland. Info 503-292-6628.

18 thursday 10am — Pets & Our Health at the Salem Senior Center, 1055 Erixon St in Salem. Meet Pet Ambassadors Teams & visit with adoptable animals.

19 friday 3pm — Hertz Autos for Animals Adoption Event at 2790 25th SE in Salem. The event runs Fri 3-7, Sat & Sun 11-3. In addition to seeking loving homes for homeless pets, the event provides education on pet ownership. During the event, Hertz will accept donations of new or gently used bath towels & blankets for the animals. Also, the humane society is in need of 6 ft heavy-duty dog leashes for walking the dogs, and dog chew toys, (such as Kongs), that provide fun & exercise. Hertz will also donate $100 for every car sold during the “Autos for Animals” weekend.

saturday

10am —40th annual Draft Horse Plowing Exhibition, a festival of living history exhibitions & demonstrations, at PCC’s Rock Creek Campus. Complete details in Fetch (pg 10).

1pm — Meet & Adopt a Multnomah County Foster cat/kitten or dog at Midland Library’s Midland Park at 805 SE 122nd Ave in Portland. Adoptions Include collar, 1-yr, microchip, current vaccinations, health exam, coupons for Petco & Banﬁeld, packet from Advantage, wash cloth & toy. Special activities during the event include coloring & coloring contests, puzzles & other educational activities, storytime & lots of free giveaways.

Admission is a $10 donation, which beneﬁt the animals at OHS. Details www.pugcrawl.org.

24 wednesday 6:10am — KGW Featured Pet. See an adoptable pet during the weather report on Channel 8’s morning news.

27 saturday 10:30am — Dog Parenting Class at Willamette Humane Society, 4246 Turner Rd SE in Salem. WHS adoption coordinator Alex will provide tips on selecting a dog, introducing him/her to others (human & pets), the importance of obedience training & more, including an open Q&A. Free at the shelter; no need to RSVP. Please leave pooch at home. Info willamettehumane.org 10am — Petco Adoption Outreach ‘til 2. WHS will take adoptable animals on a ﬁeld trip from the shelter to visit the Petco at 628 Lancaster Drive NE & prospective loving families who can adopt on site. Details willamettehumane.org Noon — Meet dogs, cats & sometimes rabbits ready for loving homes at Clackamas PetsMart & Wild Oats at Bridgeport Village. Complete details May 6 at noon.

21 sunday 1pm — 6th annual Pug Crawl at MacTarnahans Tap Room ‘til 4. The zany event features a pug costume contest, a pug kissing booth, retail booths, complimentary health screenings by Banﬁeld, The Pet Hospital, prizes, lip-smacking treats & beverages.

31 wednesday 6:10am — KGW Featured Pet. See an adoptable pet during the weather report on Channel 8’s morning news.

KPSU Fathers & Families Show 1450 AM Thursdays at 6:00 Featuring Portland Family with Weekend Highlights Plan your weekend in a flash! * Coming

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5/04 — Sam Chase for Senate, District 17, on schools, environment, and affordable housing. 5/11 — Bruce Broussard, host, Oregon Voters Digest, running for US Congress District 3. 5/18 — Walt Harrison on losing kids to foster care without unﬁt parenting. 5/25 — A tribute to Iraq War Heroes ﬁghting for democracy, freedom. *Subject to change.